Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Noordam
Queen Elizabeth
Gross Tonnage
Noordam
82,318 GT
Queen Elizabeth
90,900 GT
Length
Noordam
285 m
Queen Elizabeth
294 m
Beam
Noordam
32 m
Queen Elizabeth
32 m
Passengers
Noordam
1,918
Queen Elizabeth
2,081
Crew
Noordam
817
Queen Elizabeth
1,005
Decks
Noordam
—
Queen Elizabeth
—
Year Built
Noordam
2,006
Queen Elizabeth
2,010
Space Ratio
Noordam
42.9 GT/pax
Queen Elizabeth
43.7 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Noordam
2.35 :1
Queen Elizabeth
2.07 :1
| Specification | Noordam | Queen Elizabeth |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Holland America Line | Cunard |
| Class | Vista Class | Vista Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,006 | 2,010Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 82,318 GT | 90,900 GTWinner |
| Length | 285 m | 294 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 32 m |
| Draft | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 1,918 | 2,081Winner |
| Crew | 817 | 1,005Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 42.9 GT/pax | 43.7 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.35:1 | 2.07:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Fincantieri |
| Flag | Netherlands | Bermuda |
| IMO Number | 9244716 | 9477438 |
Queen Elizabeth is the larger vessel at 90,900 GT — 10% more than Noordam's 82,318 GT. Built in 2010, Queen Elizabeth is 4 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Queen Elizabeth edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.1:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Queen Elizabeth |
| Capacity | Queen Elizabeth |
| Modernity | Queen Elizabeth |
| Service | Queen Elizabeth |
| Spaciousness | Queen Elizabeth |
Bottom line: Queen Elizabeth wins more categories (5 vs 0), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Noordam
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
43 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Premium onboard experience
Good range of onboard options
Queen Elizabeth
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
44 GT/pax means plenty of quiet space
Good range of onboard options
Good value for money
Free cancellation on most rooms
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